In late 2010, Catawba County and Catawba Lands Conservancy successfully completed the permanent conservation of Mountain Creek. Kitty Barnes and Mary George tell the story here of their experience working through the conservation process.
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Drawn to the Woods – Dr. Jim Matthews
November 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
As part of our ongoing series, “We Speak for the Land,” Dr. Jim Matthews talks about Catawba Wildflower Glen, the first property conserved by Catawba Lands Conservancy. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of biodiversity and how the Conservancy is making a difference in protecting local plant communities.
Nature is Key to Neighborhood Revitalization – Dave Nichols
November 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Dave Nichols, Executive Director for Lakewood Community Development Corporation, shares his experience working with Catawba Lands Conservancy and how access to nature in an urban setting can change a child’s view of the world.
A Tree to Call Home – Dr. Rob Bierregaard
November 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Dr. Rob Bierregaard has studied Barred Owls in Charlotte for more than 10 years. In this video from Catawba Lands Conservancy’s “We Speak for the Land” series, Rob gives an overview as to why the species has thrived in Charlotte and why protected lands are important for the survival of many local species.
A Commitment To Forever – Jean Woods
September 2, 2010 By
Jean Woods, a long time stewardship volunteer for Catawba Lands Conservancy, shares her story and explains why its so important to “speak for the land.”
This Farm Will Endure – Gerald Frye
September 2, 2010 By
Gerald and Leslie Frye are about to finalize a conservation easement on their 206-acre farm spanning Lincoln and Cleveland Counties in North Carolina. Gerald shares his thoughts on how the easement has changed his view of the farm forever.
2010 Redlair Nature Fest | June 5
June 20, 2010 By
The third annual Redlair Nature Fest was presented on June 5th. Listen to Mr. Haywood Rankin tell how he and Catawba Lands Conservancy have worked together to forever protect hundreds of acres of forest and shoreline in Gaston County.
Ramah Owls
April 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment
This series of videos features barred owl parents feeding nestlings in a nest box at the Ramah Creek Conservation Area in Mecklenburg County. The video was filmed as part of a research project conducted by UNCC graduate student Cori Cauble and UNCC professor and former Conservancy board president Rob Bierregaard to investigate the difference in [...]
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